Council Meeting Agenda

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Council Chambers - Hybrid
City of Kitchener
200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7

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1.
COMMENCEMENT

 

The meeting will begin with a Land Acknowledgement given by the Mayor and the singing of “O Canada.”

2.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL

 

Minutes to be accepted as circulated to the Mayor and Councillors (regular meeting held September 25, 2023, and special meetings held September 25, October 2,  2023) - Councillor M. Johnston

3.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

 

4.
COMMUNICATIONS REFERRED TO FILE - NIL

 

5.
PRESENTATIONS

 

5.1
Affiliated Groups Long Service Volunteer Award Presentation

 

Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Michelle Adams, Program Assistant, Neighbourhood Development Office, to present Affiliated Group Long Service Volunteer Awards.

6.
DELEGATIONS

 

Pursuant to Council’s Procedural By-law, delegations are permitted to address the Committee for a maximum of five (5) minutes. All Delegations where possible are encouraged to register prior to the start of the meeting. For Delegates who are attending in-person, registration is permitted up to the start of the meeting. Delegates who are interested in attending virtually must register by 5:00 p.m. on October 16, 2023, in order to participate electronically.

7.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES

 

7.1
HERITAGE KITCHENER - OCTOBER 3, 2023

 

7.1.a
Notice of Intention to Designate 87 Scott Street and 82 Weber Street East under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, DSD-2023-416

 

That pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to publish a Notice of Intention to Designate the property municipally addressed as 79-87 Scott Street/66-82 Weber Street East as being of cultural heritage value or interest, as outlined in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-416.

7.1.b
Notice of Intention to Designate 120 Victoria Street South under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, DSD-2023-410

 

That pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to publish a Notice of Intention to Designate the property municipally addressed as 120 Victoria Street South as being of cultural heritage value or interest, as outlined in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-410.

7.1.c
Notice of Intention to Designate 28 Burgetz Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, DSD-2023-412

 

That pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to publish a Notice of Intention to Designate the property municipally addressed as 28 Burgetz Avenue as being of cultural heritage value or interest, as outlined in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-412.

7.2
PLANNING AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES COMMITTEE - OCTOBER 2, 2023

 

7.2.a
Traffic Calming 2023 Initiation Approval, DSD-2023-287

 

That a traffic calming review for Dumfries Avenue between Stirling Avenue North and Edna Street be initiated in 2023, as outlined in the Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-408.

7.2.b
Lifting of Holding Provision 42H, 7 Morrison Road, DSD-2023-408

 

That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/026/M/BB for the property municipally addressed as 7 Morrison Road, for Klondike Homes Ltd. for the purpose of removing Holding Provision 42H from the lands specified in the attached Map No.1, in the form shown in the “Proposed By-law, attached to the Development Services Department report DSD-2023-408 as Appendix A, be approved.

7.2.c
Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/012/W/CD, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/022/W/CD, 83-87 Weber Street East, Brigade Holdings Corporation, DSD-2023-322

 

That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA/23/012/W/CD, for the property municipally addressed as 83-87 Weber Street East, for Brigade Holdings Corporation requesting a land use designation change from ‘Market District’ to ‘Market District with Specific Policy Area 9’ to permit a 25-storey mixed use development on the lands specified and illustrated on Schedule ‘A’, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Report DSD-2023-322 as Appendix ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and,

That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/022/W/CD for Brigade Holdings Corporation be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law’, and ‘Map No. 1’, attached to Report DSD-2023-299 as Appendix ‘B; and further,

That staff engage with the applicant for additional density, along with the addition of affordable housing and additional community benefits and report back for the October 16, 2023 Council meeting.

8.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 

9.
NEW BUSINESS

 

9.1
MAYORAL BUSINESS AND UPDATES - MAYOR B. VRBANOVIC

 

9.1.a
Notice of Motion - B. Vrbanovic - Missing Middle Housing Motion to Support Housing Affordability

 

Mayor B. Vrbanovic has given notice to introduce the following motion for consideration this date:

"WHEREAS Kitchener approved the Housing for All strategy in 2020 with a commitment to enabling more housing options and supply across the full housing spectrum; and

WHEREAS between 2016 and 2021, Kitchener experienced a population increase of 9.9 percent and is forecasted to grow by 52% to 409,200 people by 2051; and

WHEREAS in March 2023, Kitchener Council approved a commitment to the Ontario government’s Housing Pledge that included a provincially mandated housing target for Kitchener of 35,000 units by 2031; and

WHEREAS Kitchener approved a Missing Middle and Affordable Housing Study in April 2023 that among other things, recommended increasing density permissions city-wide to enable an increased supply of missing middle housing; and

WHEREAS the Government of Canada’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) grant program represents an opportunity for the City to refine the policies, procedures and processes to manage development in an effort to increase the supply of housing consistent with our Housing for All Strategy and our Housing Pledge; and

WHEREAS the City of Kitchener currently permits “as-of-right” building permits for up to 3 residential units on a lot; and

WHEREAS the City of Kitchener would like to provide more affordable housing options by reducing unnecessary barriers; and 

WHEREAS Bill 23 amended the Planning Act to create a new provincial threshold for what is permitted and moving toward “as-of-right” zoning to meet planned minimum density targets; 

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

    1. That staff BE DIRECTED to propose a zoning by-law amendment that would permit “as-of-right” permissions for up to four (4) residential units on a property wherever zoning permits single detached, semi-detached or street townhouse dwelling units on sufficient lot sizes and report back to Council in Q1 2024. The implementing zoning by-law may address criterion such as servicing capacity to support the proposed units."

9.1.b
Response to Housing Affordability Task Force Recommendations

 

9.2
NOTICE OF MOTION

 

9.2.a
Notice of Motion - P. Singh - Park Dedication Program Review

 

Councillor P. Singh has given notice to introduce the following motion for consideration this date:

"WHEREAS, the City of Kitchener has a long-standing informal park dedication program that allows citizens, organizations, and businesses to dedicate trees, benches, and other amenities throughout our city's parks, trails, and public spaces;

WHEREAS, the current dedication process may involve unnecessary complexities, leading to delays and inefficient management of resources;

WHEREAS, the Places and Spaces strategy development underway includes a review of the dedication program and community engagement has demonstrated support for a formalized dedication program;

WHEREAS, the review of the dedication program will ensure that the dedication process is streamlined, transparent, and accessible, maximizing citizen participation and satisfaction;

WHEREAS, the dedication of trees, benches, and other objects under this program holds significant value for commemorating loved ones, celebrating accomplishments, and fostering community engagement;

WHEREAS, it is essential for the City of Kitchener to maintain an efficient and effective dedication program that aligns with our commitment to sustainability, inclusive community development, the City’s strategic initiatives and goals, and responsible resource management; 
 
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to conduct a thorough review of the dedication program, with a key focus on the dedication process for trees, benches, and other commemorative donations; 
 
FURTHERMORE, this review shall include, but not be limited to, the following aspects:
 
1. Evaluation of the current dedication program's strengths and weaknesses, including feedback from Council, citizens, program participants, and relevant community stakeholders;
 
2. Analysis of the administrative procedures involved in the dedication process, aiming to identify potential bottlenecks and areas for improvement;
 
3. Examination of best practices and lessons learned from other municipalities with successful dedication programs for similar amenities;
 
4. Assessment of resource allocation and cost recovery mechanisms related to dedications, ensuring sustainability and equitable access for all community members;
 
5. Exploration and recommendation of technological solutions, such as online platforms or mobile applications, that could streamline the dedication process while ensuring transparency and accountability;
 
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the staff shall present their findings and recommendations to City Council in spring of 2024, along with an implementation plan for any proposed changes to the dedication program."

10.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

 

11.
BY-LAWS

 

11.1
1ST AND 2ND READING

 

11.1.a
Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control – Blocks 1 to 18 inclusive and Blocks 31 and 34, Registered Plan 58M-643 – Benninger Drive, Stephanie Court, Stephanie Street, Dominique Street and Dominique Crescent. 

 

11.1.b
To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon.

 

11.1.c
To further amend By-law No. 2008-117, being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by persons with a disability, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof.

 

11.1.d
To further amend By-law No. 2010-190, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property.

 

11.1.e
Being a by law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Rosenberg Way, Histand Trail and Abram Clemens Street as public highway in the City of Kitchener.

 

11.1.f
To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council for October 16, 2023.

 

11.2
LATE STARTER BY-LAWS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA, PENDING APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEES

 

12.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

 

13.
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

 

14.
BY-LAWS

 

14.1
3RD READING

 

14.1.a
Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control – Blocks 1 to 18 inclusive and Blocks 31 and 34, Registered Plan 58M-643 – Benninger Drive, Stephanie Court, Stephanie Street, Dominique Street and Dominique Crescent. 

 

(By-law 2023-135)

14.1.b
To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon.

 

(By-law 2023-136)

14.1.c
To further amend By-law No. 2008-117, being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by persons with a disability, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof.

 

(By-law 2023-137)

14.1.d
To further amend By-law No. 2010-190, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property.

 

(By-law 2023-138)

14.1.e
Being a by law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Rosenberg Way, Histand Trail and Abram Clemens Street as public highway in the City of Kitchener.

 

(By-law 2023-139)

14.1.f
To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council for October 16, 2023.

 

(By-law 2023-143)

14.2
LATE STARTER BY-LAWS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA, PENDING APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEES

 

15.
ADJOURNMENT

 
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